Apostolic Ministry 2022
The Filipino Ministry serves the community at large and Filipino Catholic Associations whose members are predominantly of Filipino-descent.
Apostolic Movements and communities are very important in the life of the Church. Thus, we want to care for them and at the same time ensure their unique charms are shared with the parishes their members belong in.
To facilitate free-flow of communication and collaboration among the communities we have established a Council that meets regularly during the year.
Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD Vancouver)
We are a community of disciples inspired by the holy spirit to be living witnesses for transformation in Christ to bring about a world of justice, human development and true peace.
The Lord calls us to be Servants of the Pilgrim Church, in her work of a renewed integral evangelization:
- Restoring the Filipino family in Christ;
- Forming Basic Communities of faith, or Basic Ecclesial Communities;
- Strengthening of Filipino parish
- Breaking the yoke of poverty and oppression; and,
- Raising an army of prayer warriors for Church and national renewal.
Brotherhood of Christian Businessmen and Professionals
facebook.com/BCBP-Canada-1143773199129015
The BCBP is a community of like-minded Christian businessmen and professionals who have consciously decided to band together to bring about the transformation of the marketplace. To accomplish this vision, we aim to bring into our community men and women of significant influence in business and in the professions who together will be the instruments of Christ in the business milieu. This requires from every BCBP member an on-going personal conversion together with a commitment to the practice of Christian values in the workplace. Thus, to win the marketplace for Christ means the radical change in the value system of business to one that is based on genuine and sustainable Christ-centric business tenets of steward leadership, justice and integrity, and professional excellence.
Missionary Families of Christ
stmarysvancouver.ca/ministries/missionary-families-of-christ-mfc
We are an evangelistic and missionary community committed to becoming families empowered by the Holy Spirit to renew the face of the earth. Our Catholic covenanted community is composed of Sections which include Couples, Young Couples, Singles, Youth, Kids, Handmaids and Servants. Membership is open to all as we offer seminars, camps, family retreats and marriage enrichment seminars. For those that want to grow more in their faith, we encourage you to join us in household groups, that gather regularly with prayer, scripture, reflection and fellowship.
Couples for Christ
facebook.com/couplesforchristvancouverbc
Couples for Christ (CFC) is a Catholic movement intended for the renewal and strengthening of Christian family life. CFC is an International Association of the Catholic Faithful that has been granted official recognition by the Holy See. CFC is governed by the International Council in accordance to its statutes as described in the official website of the Pontifical Council for the Laity.
El Shaddai
stjudesvan.com/ministries/st-judes-el-shadai
stpatsvan.com/ministries/el-shaddai
Our mission is to witness and to share the healing, saving, and transforming power of the Living Word of God in our Catholic Christian faith, as it did happen and continue to happen in our lives, from the day we heard, believe, and responded, to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, giving life to what is written that: “man shall not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4).
Through our testimonies, living examples, and vibrant or inspired proclamation or sharing of the Living Word of God, we may give hope, the kind of hope from where faith and love springs to everyone and lead sinners back to repentance through a living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, just like Barnabas as it is written in the Book of Acts, “…he was a good man full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. And a great number of people were brought to the Lord” (Acts 11:24), during the times of the Apostles.
Families for Christ Community (FFCC)
familiesforchristcommunity.org
Inspired by the Holy Spirit, and individually and corporately gifted in various ways, we commit ourselves with one another and with other Christians to renew the Church by the love of Christ.
Light of Jesus Family
stmarysvancouver.ca/ministries/light-of-jesus-family
Light of Jesus Family (LOJ) was founded by renowned international Catholic lay evangelist Bo Sanchez in Manila, Philippines more than three decades ago. LOJ Family wants to help its members to become all that God wants them to be. LOJ Family wants to see its members blessed in every area of their life- spiritual, family, physical health, career, business, and financial life. LOJ welcomes everyone with open arms, especially those who feel far from God. The mission of LOJ is to make disciples and the vision is the dream of 1000 Feasts all over the world.